Sadhu (Sanskrit: साधु, IAST: sādhu (male), sādhvī or sādhvīne (female), also spelled saddhu) is a religious ascetic, mendicant or any holy person in Hinduism and Jainism who has renounced …

sadhu and swami, in India, a religious ascetic or holy person. The class of sadhus includes renunciants of many types and faiths. They are sometimes designated by the term swami …

In Hinduism, the terms Sadhu, Swami and Sannyasi refer to renunciates and spiritual masters, who have usually left behind all material attachments to live in forests, temples and caves all …

One becomes a Sadhu through the practice (sadhana) of devotion, worship, Yoga, renunciation, or spiritual transformation, using the means (sadhan) of accomplishment and skillfulness.

Sadhu and swami are terms used to describe individuals in Hinduism who have chosen a life of asceticism, renouncing worldly pleasures to pursue spiritual enlightenment.

Aug 19, 2025 · Sadhus, or holy men, are an integral part of Hinduism, representing the ideal of renunciation and spiritual pursuit. They are individuals who have dedicated their lives to …

Dec 19, 2025 · Sadhu refers to Hindu holy men devoted to spiritual practices and renunciation, admired by seekers like Chandra Kiron. These figures embody wisdom, lead to liberation, and …

The term sadhu is used to refer to any of the millions of mendicant ascetics who are informally associated with the various Hindu religious orders in India. While most of these wandering holy …

One way of life in Hinduism is renunciation of the world and asceticism, which is the path of the sadhu or Hindu holy man. The term sadhu comes from the Sanskrit for "accomplish" and can …

Those who follow the fast track, mostly men, are the sadhus, the 'holy men' of India. 0964 Performing a hatha yoga posture, the headstand, after the 'five-fire-austerity'. For thousands of …